March weather forecast
Wainwright, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Wainwright, is still a polar cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 1.8°F (-16.8°C) and min -9.2°F (-22.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March records an average high-temperature of a still polar cold 1.8°F (-16.8°C), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Throughout March nights, Wainwright experiences a consistent temperature average of -9.2°F (-22.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Wainwright, in March, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Wainwright. In March, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.6 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:04 am and sunset at 6:40 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 9:47 pm AKDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AKDT to AKST.

Sunshine

In Wainwright, Alaska, the average sunshine in March is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Wainwright, 1.8°F (-16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and -9.2°F (-22.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month in Wainwright?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 94%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Wainwright, during March, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wainwright have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 9:04 am and sunset at 6:40 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 9:47 pm AKDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Wainwright, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Wainwright, AK

Average temperature in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 1.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -9.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Wainwright, AK

Average pressure in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Wainwright, AK

Average wind speed in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Wainwright, AK

Average humidity in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

Average snowfall days in March
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wainwright, AK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wainwright, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Wainwright, AK

Average UV index in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Wainwright, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in March
Wainwright, AK

Average visibility in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).

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